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The TurboTax Finance Trend Report

May 1, 2018 August 23, 2019 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

With tax season coming to an end last week, we wanted to share an update of the current trends in the finance industry, and some helpful tips and tricks to help navigate the changing landscape. Between the new tax reform...

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5 Things You Need to Know About Filing a Tax Extension

April 18, 2018 August 23, 2019 / Philip Taylor

Many people believe that a tax extension is somewhat of a cure-all. Don’t have the money to pay taxes? File an extension. Still trying to get everything in order? File an extension. Despite what it may sound like, the tax...

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Travel to South Africa With Your Tax Refund!

April 13, 2018 August 23, 2019 / South Africa Tourism

Although not all Americans enjoy preparing for tax season, there is one big perk to look forward to: your tax refund! According to the IRS, last tax season about 75% of taxpayers received a direct deposit tax refund over $3,000,...

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Too Late To Make a Tax Appointment? We Have Other Places You Can File

April 4, 2018 April 4, 2019 / Ginita Wall, CPA, CFP®

The April 17th tax deadline is right around the corner. And it’s not too late for all you procrastinators to file your tax returns on time this year. You probably don’t feel like waiting in line at the tax store...

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Tres grandes razones para presentar su declaración de impuestos antes de la fecha límite

April 2, 2018 April 3, 2018 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

El plazo para la presentación de impuestos al IRS para la temporada de impuestos 2017 es hasta el 17 de abril del 2018. Y aunque a muchas personas esto no les gusta, tal vez deberían tomar conciencia y presentar sus...

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8 Consejos de Último Minuto que te Ayudarán a Declarar sus Impuestos Antes de la Fecha Límite

March 23, 2018 July 23, 2019 / TurboTaxBlogTeam

Solo queda un poco más de un mes para que la temporada de impuestos finalice, pero no te preocupes, si aún no los has presentado ¡todavía queda tiempo! Para darte un empujoncito, TurboTax quiere compartir contigo 8 consejos de último...

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8 Last Minute Tax Tips to Help You File Before the Tax Deadline

March 14, 2018 October 14, 2019 / TurboTaxLisa

This post can be found en Español here. There’s just a little over a month left in the tax season, and if you haven’t filed your taxes yet, don’t worry you still time left to get them done! To help get...

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5 Tips for Adjusting Withholding Allowances with Your Employer

March 7, 2018 July 10, 2019 / Lindsey Delgado

At this time of the year, many people, especially those expecting a tax refund, are rushing to get their income tax returns completed and filed. Similarly, individuals concerned about owing taxes may want to complete their taxes as early as possible...

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First Time Filers: How to Leave the Procrastination Station

February 26, 2018 July 11, 2019 / Jim Wang

Are you delaying filing your income tax return? Are you maybe hoping it’ll just go away? You may be waiting to start your taxes like some taxpayers. Sadly, it won’t, but the sooner you finish your taxes, the sooner you can...

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Your Personal Tax Prep Checklist – Check Off These Documents Before Starting Your Taxes

January 16, 2018 July 23, 2019 / Jim Wang

If you are eager to file your taxes, either because you’re due a tax refund or you just want to get it out of the way, the IRS has announced they will be accepting paper and electronic returns starting Monday,...

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